Head to head
Takeuchi TB250-2 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 2,630kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 2,630kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB250-2 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5120kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Ground reach | 5985mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | 37.2 kN | - |
| Arm digging force | 22.9 kN | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | - | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB250-2, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB250-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,630kg
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Buy or hire the ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB250-2 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 2,630kg. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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